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General Counsel – Pre-IPO Hospitality Payments Tech Unicorn

Major, Lindsey & Africa

London

On-site

USD 350,000

Full time

15 days ago

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Job summary

An innovative hospitality payments technology company is seeking a General Counsel to join their executive leadership team. This role is critical as the company prepares for an IPO, ensuring all legal and compliance matters are expertly managed. The ideal candidate will have a JD or equivalent law degree, with prior experience as General Counsel at a pre-IPO or public tech firm. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of a fast-growing unicorn valued at $1.2 billion, shaping the payment ecosystem in the hospitality industry. If you're ready to guide a dynamic team through pivotal growth, this role is for you.

Qualifications

  • Must hold a JD or law degree from an accredited institution.
  • Experience as General Counsel in a tech company is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Manage all legal and compliance matters during the IPO process.
  • Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team.

Skills

Legal Compliance
Corporate Governance
Fintech Knowledge
Leadership Skills

Education

JD or equivalent law degree

Job description

Job Title: General Counsel – Pre-IPO Hospitality Payments Tech Unicorn

Location: USA or London

Type: Full-Time | Executive Leadership


Overview: Our client is an innovative, fast-growing hospitality payments technology company, poised for tremendous growth as they prepare for an upcoming IPO. As a unicorn in the tech space valued at $1.2b, they are reshaping the hospitality industry's payment ecosystem with cutting-edge solutions that enhance efficiency and customer experience. With ambitious goals and a dynamic team, they seek a seasoned legal leader to guide them through this pivotal phase of their journey.


The Opportunity: As General Counsel, you will serve as a critical member of the executive leadership team, responsible for managing all legal and compliance matters as they navigate the IPO process and beyond. Your expertise will ensure the company is positioned for long-term success in the public markets, while safeguarding the values and driving strategic initiatives.


Experience, Background & Skills:

  1. JD or law degree equivalent from an accredited law school.
  2. Admitted to practice in and in good standing in the US or Europe.
  3. Previous General Counsel experience at a pre-IPO or public tech company is essential.
  4. Experience managing and building out the legal and compliance functions at a fast-growing, international company.
  5. Fintech experience would be a plus.

Compensation: Up to 350,000 USD base plus bonus and equity, equivalent in Europe.

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